Temu and Shein are not the same. They are both Chinese e-commerce platforms that offer ultra-fast-fashion products at low prices, but they are competitors in the U.S. market.
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Temu is owned by Pinduoduo, a popular social commerce site in China, while Shein is an independent company. Temu is suing Shein for violating U.S. antitrust law by preventing garment makers from working with Temu.
According to Temu’s complaint, Shein has compelled clothing manufacturers to sign exclusive contracts with it, imposed fines and penalties on those who also sell on Temu, and filed false copyright claims against Temu’s products.
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Temu claims that Shein’s actions have harmed its business and deprived consumers of choice and lower prices. Temu is seeking an injunction to stop Shein from engaging in these practices, as well as damages and legal fees.
Shein denies the allegations and says that the lawsuit is without merit. Shein has also filed its own lawsuit against Temu for copyright and trademark infringement.
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